Mercedes-Benz Citan Van Voted Van of the Year at News UK Motor Awards
- The annual awards held by The Sun celebrate the best cars of the year.
- A panel of automotive experts judges the awards.
- The awards are now in their sixth year.
Mercedes-Benz is ending 2023 on a high after winning the prestigious Van of the Year award at the News UK Motor Awards 2023.
The annual awards are held by The Sun and celebrate the best new vehicles of the year across a number of categories.
Several automotive experts make up the judging panel. This includes The Sun’s Motoring Editor Rob Gill, Will Dron, Editor of Driving.co.uk, and The Sunday Times Magazine's Motoring Editor, Nick Rufford. As well as David Green, Motoring Editor at LUXX magazine.
Judges praised the Citan for its qualities, features, and dedication to sustainability. All of which help it stand out from other small vans available on the market.
Find out more about the award-winning Mercedes-Benz Citan range below.
Citan Panel Van
The Citan panel van is versatile and compact. Tackle city streets or country lanes with ease thanks to its car-like dimensions and handling. It offers a generous 3.6 cubic metres load capacity and a maximum payload of 737kg. The Citan Panel Van is also extremely fuel-efficient offering up to 53.3 mpg.
If you are looking for a reliable work partner, look no further than the Citan Panel Van.
eCitan Panel Van
Mercedes-Benz also offers an electrified version of the Citan – the eCitan Panel Van. With up to 176 miles of electric range (WLTP) – you can lower your business costs and emissions. The load compartment has a capacity of 3.62 cubic metres. With a fast-charging station, you can power up in as little as 38 minutes.
Mercedes-Benz Citan – equipment and safety
The Mercedes-Benz Citan is equipped with a range of features to make your work life easier. These include:
- MBUX multimedia system
- LED performance headlamps
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Blind Spot Assist
- Active Brake Assist with Pedestrian Detection
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
Other awards
This is not the first time the Mercedes-Benz Citan has picked up an award. It was recently voted Irish Van of the Year 2024 in association with Continental Tyres. In 2022, it was also named joint winner of the 2022 International Van of the Year award, alongside the Renault Kangoo.
Mercedes-Benz Citan deals
At Vertu Motors, we stock the Citan Panel Van and eCitan Panel Van. Contact your local Mercedes-Benz retailer to book a test drive and learn more about our Mercedes-Benz Citan deals.